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Aaron RosePHOTOGRAPHSHarry N. Abrams 2001 0810942240 / 9780810942240 First Edition Hardcover Very Good+ in Very Good dust jacket Ex-library book, but still in very good condition, only light wear overall, usual ex-lib type of markings. Light edgewear, jacket attached to book. Pages clean and intact, one taped tear at spine at front. "Aaron Rose has created one of the most remarkable bodies of work of any photographer living today, and for most of his career he did this in isolation, in a single-minded quest for visual enlightenment. " ; 4to 11" - 13" tall; (*Note: due to heavy weight, extra postage will be required)
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21.50 USD

Ables, TomTHE STORY OF BUCK KNIVES . .. a Family BusinessEl Cajon, CA Buck Knives, Inc. 1991 B002GKR1N6 First Edition Hardcover Fine in Very Good+ dust jacket HC/DJ - fine/VG+. Large hardcover in excellent condition, clean and unmarked. Jacket has light scuffing, light edgewear and a few small closed tears to upper edge, not clipped. "The story of Buck Knives carries the flavor of classic Americana, and this book attempts to capture the true feeling of this unique family business....For those who are true knife buffs, the story of the development and perfection of arguably the most famous knife - Buck's Model 110 Folding Hunter - is unfolded in detail. How it came about and how it truly revolutionized the knife business...." (from the front flap) ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; (*Note: due to heavy weight, extra postage will be required to most locations) [1015]
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45.00 USD

Allen, Thomas B.; Goodall, Dr. JaneANIMALS OF AFRICABeaux Arts Editions 2008 0789399938 / 9780789399939 First Edition Hardcover Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket Earlier Edition, Beaux Arts Editions 1997, same book. ISBN: 088363368X. 4to (12.5" tall). HC/DJ - near fine. Very large hardcover in excellent condition, clean and unmarked other than one very small tear to spine bottom. Jacket has light scuffing, light scratches, a little edge crinkling but no tears. Spectacular photos throughout. ; 4to 11" - 13" tall; 252 pages; Animals of Africa captures the unique beauty of the African natural world in 200 full-color photographs by four top wildlife photographers: Jim Brandenburg, Mitsuaki Iwago, Frans Lanting, and Michael Nichols. Against the backdrop of an exquisite landscape that ranges from desert scrub land to the savanna, the mountains, and rainforests, their extraordinary images feature the hunters, grazers, waterbirds, and strange menagerie of Madagascar’s isolated forgotten Eden. This exciting volume features up-close images of fearsome lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas; the gentle grazers such as wildebeests, zebras, deer, gazelles, and giraffes; the giant “untouchables” such as elephants, rhinos, and cape buffalos; as well as birds from flamingoes to vultures, water animals such as hippos and crocodiles, and of course the chimps and great apes. Animals of Africa brings its wonder to the armchair traveler in dozens of striking images. These powerful photographs will deepen your appreciation of the natural world, of the fragility and balance of life, and also bring to light how imperative it is to preserve these African animals and the wildernesses in which they live. (*Note: due to heavy weight, over 5 lbs wrapped, there will be extra shipping charges) [2.177]
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29.95 USD

Amnesty InternationalAMNESTY INTERNATIONAL REPORT 2005 The State of the World's Human RightsLondon Amnesty International 2005 086210369X / 9780862103699 First Edition Softcover Very Good+ Light edgewear, a little moreso to corners, corner curling, couple small creases & scuffing to cover. Light soiling outer edge of pages. Internal pages are clean & unmarked. Colour illustrations. This report, which covers 149 countries, highlights the failure of national governments and international organizations to deal with human rights violations and calls for greater international accountability. It also acknowledges the opportunities for positive change, often spearheaded by human rights activists and civil society groups.....Whether in a high profile conflict or a forgotten crisis, Amnesty International campaigns for justice and freedom for all and seeks to galvanize public support to build a better world. ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall
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14.95 USD

Anderson, Charles & Culbert, LoriWILDFIRE British Columbia BurnsVancouver Greystone Books 2003 1553650573 / 9781553650577 First Edition Hardcover Very Good+ in Very Good+ dust jacket Ex-library book, but still in great condition - laminated cover and usual ex-lib type markings. Pages are clean and tight, jacket has light scuffing. Profusely illustrated in colour. ; 4to 11" - 13" tall; Compiling 130 of the best photographs and stories from the long hot summer of 2003, senior editors and photographers from The Vancouver Sun and The Province newspapers reflect on the historic, economic, and emotional toll of the fires. There are three sections on the main fire areas-Kamloops, Kelowna, and Cranbrook-that delve into the tragedies and the triumphs of the fires that burned (and in many cases continue to burn) in those regions. Included are many tales of the men and women-including firefighters who had lost their own homes-who risked their lives on the front lines, volunteers who gave generously of their time and money, and friends and neighbours, and even strangers, from all over the country, who rallied to help those in need. Finally, an epilogue reflects on the rebuilding process and what's ahead for the people and the communities affected by the devastation. [870]
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20.95 USD

Anno, MitsumasaANNO'S FLEA MARKETLondon The Bodley Head 1984 0370305914 / 9780370305912 First Edition; First Printing Hardcover Very Good+ Hardcover with Illustrated boards, no jacket (as issued). A little bumping to cover corners, light scuffing, very light soiling, light age tanning. Interior clean and unmarked - a few pages have some light wrinkling. First and second page have a small tear across upper spine area. Beautiful colour illustrations throughout. Non-paginated. The clever artist's view of history through objects at a flea market. Wordless picture book continues his series of wordless travel books by this prize-winning author-artist. (400-osl) ; 4to 11" - 13" tall
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19.95 USD

Bailey, BrettTHE PLAYS OF MIRACLE & WONDER Ipi Zombi? / iMumbo Jumbo / The ProphetSouth Africa Double Storey Books & Juta Academic 2003 1919930205 / 9781919930206 First Edition Softcover Very Good 2003 first edition. Double Storey Books, South Africa. Pages tight and clean other than approx. 4 pages have a small amount of underling/writing. Cover has light scuffing and light edgewear. Illustrated in colour. ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 200 pages; From a truly groundbreaking voice in African theater, these three plays have disturbed and transported audiences in South Africa and abroad with their depictions of some uncomfortable episodes in South African history. From witch hunts in Kokstad and the saga of King Hintsa’s skull to the prophecies of Nongqawuse and the ensuing cattle-killing crisis, these plays touch on shared neuroses and fears, blending the tragic and transcendent with the farcical. With accompanying essays and working notes, the playwright gives background and insight into each of the productions and outlines his own artistic development and vision. This richly designed book re-creates something of the funky energy, haunting magic, and colorful imagery of the plays themselves. [597]
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34.95 USD

Barcham, William L.TIEPOLOHarry N. Abrams 1992 0810938588 / 9780810938588 First Edition Hardcover Fine in Near Fine dust jacket Large hardcover. HC/DJ - fine/near fine. Excellent condition, clean and unmarked, a little scuffing to jacket - overall wear is very light. Beautiful colour and b/w illustrations. 128 pages. ; 4to 11" - 13" tall; 128 pages; The art of Tiepolo represents a key chapter in the rich history of Venetian painting. The range of his art is as wide as his career was long. Harmonies of ravishing hues, bold illusionism, decorative projects, etc. William Barcham provides an informative biographical study of the artist, which is illustrated with 36 b/w reproductions representing all phses of Tiepolo's oeuvre and comparative examples by other artists. Forty luminous full page color plates are accompanied by commentaries and additional b/w illustrations that explain the pictures' context and meaning... (*Note: due to heavy weight, extra postage will be required. Contact us if you would like an exact quote) .
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26.95 USD

Bevan, FinnSACRED SKIES The Facts and the Fables, Landscapes of LegendChildren's Press 1997 0516203517 / 9780516203515 First Edition Hardcover Fine Excellent condition, no jacket as issued. Clean and unmarked. Beautifully illustrated. Ingram: Discusses how people throughout the ages explained the sun, moon, stars, rainbows, and thunderstorms and presents several traditional tales from around the world that embody their beliefs and observations. [480] ; 4to 11" - 13" tall
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15.95 USD

Bill SimpkinsCHINOOK COUNTRY Alberta SouthOxford University Press 1979 019540307X / 9780195403077 First Edition Hardcover Near Fine in Very Good+ dust jacket Signed by former premier, Ralph Klein, when he was still Mayor of Calgary: "Thank you for driving safely, Ralph Klein, Mayor". Foreword by Peter Lougheed and intro by Grant MacEwan. Oblong hardcover - approximately 9" x 11". Only light wear overall. Jacket has a brodart sleeve, which has been taped to book. The sleeve has some scuffing and light scratches, however dustjacket underneath is excellent with no tears. Pages clean and unmarked. Wonderful Southern Alberta photos throughout. 88 pages. [646] ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; Signed by Contributor
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24.95 USD

Bouchard, PhilipFROM SURREALISM TO ORIENTALISM The Influence of Arabia on the Work of an ArtistLondon M & M Arts 1985 0951027603 / 9780951027608 First Edition Hardcover Near Fine in Very Good+ dust jacket HC/DJ - near fine/VG. Text in English and Arabic. Pages clean and intact other than a few small spots inside rear cover (appears to be small coffee stains). Hardcover otherwise excellent, light age tanning to page edges. Jacket has light edgewear and one or two tiny tears, moderate scuffing / light scratches to front and rear. "....upon arriving in Arabia early in 1979 came the reality of the vast, almost 'Surreal' landscapes of the desert and more especially the light. It is quite different to that of Europe (Northern Europe in particular) and for an artist was - and indeed still is! - something quite impossible to ignore..." From Author's Preface. [755] ; 4to 11" - 13" tall
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34.95 USD

Boyle, Leonard O.P.A SHORT GUIDE TO ST. CLEMENTS, ROMERome Collegio San Clemente 1972 First Edition Softcover Very Good Illustrations and numerous photographs. Light cover and edgewear. Pages clean and tight. Complete except for transparent scale map which apparently was at the end of the book. From the Introduction: The Basilica of San Clemente is situated some three hundred yards above the Colosseum, on a road that rises gradually to St. John Laterna from the valley between the Coelian Hill on the south and Oppian Hill on the North. It is named after Pope St. Clement, the 3rd successor of St. Peter in the See of Rome, who died around 100 A. D........ (110? Osl) ; 12mo; 82 pages
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7.00 USD